Ok, so some of you know the specifics, but most of you do not, so here's the short version of what's going on with me. Basically at some point during labor there was some trauma to the nerves that control my quadriceps and they are currently not working.
The first question people usually have is did my epidural cause it. After working with a couple of anesthesiologists and a neurologist and having an MRI the answer is no, it's wasn't the epidural. The doctors' (anesthesiologists, OBGYNs and neurologist combined) best guess is just that it happened from all of the pressure in the pelvic area during labor. It's apparently a very rare thing, but does happen to people.
Since the nerves to my legs are "impaired" my quadriceps don't work, so I can't walk and it also causes my legs to feel numb all around my knees and from ankle to thigh up the insides of both legs.
It's been three weeks (can you believe it? I can't...time flies!) and I have seen a little improvement in my left leg which is really nice, but it looks like it's going to be a slow process. The walking is supposed to come back soon; but soon seems to mean something different to me than the doctors...so I'm just patiently waiting for soon to come. : ) The numbness is a little more weird, I've been told that can last months.
Basically they can't tell me exactly how it happened or when I might see more improvement, so it's a waiting game. I was a scared at first and still have my moments, but I really feel like I'm going to be fine and it's just a matter of time before things get back to normal. I have learned one thing from this experience....my next house and every house after that will have a master bedroom on the main floor! Anyway, I'm doing really great and trust me, I'm still laughing a lot and enjoying myself with my beautiful little girl and Robbie.
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Thanks for the details, I have been worrying about you, but you are amazing and have such a great attitude! Please let me know if we can help you guys in any way! Luke is anxious to play with Robbie (I'd love to see you and the baby) so let us know when you're ready! You are in our prayers!
That is so crazy, I hope that soon come "soon" for you. I can't imagine how frustrating it must be to not be able to do everything you want. Keep us updated on what is going on.
thanks for giving more details, I too had been wondering about if it was the epidural. I hear we're doing a family fast for you this Sunday so I hope Heavenly Father lets "soon" be soon. She's a cutie...hopefully we can see y'all when we come in town in October!
You are amazing Lindsay and you have a great husband who cares about you a ton. I know you already knew that! You and your family are in our prayers. My little girls never forget to pray for you guys. Take care and let us know if you need anything!
You have such an amazing attitude. Definitely keep a record of all the little blessings you are receiving that are easier to see during times of trial.
Why don't you complain more? You have such a good attitude, gosh. I'd be complaining.
Here, let me complain a little bit for you.
WHAT IS THE POINT of having maternity leave if you don't get to use that time to do all the things you've been wishing you could do while you were at work? GOSH.
Now it's out of both of our systems and now all we need is for you to come back because MAN our row is quiet. Boooorrrrring.
I can't believe it. Of all people... you are so active! You have a great attitude!
Hey are you still at your parents house... we used that address, that's why I am wondering...
anyway, take good care and keep smiling!
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